The Red Sea is the ideal romantic destination for couples who want to escape the British winter this Valentine’s Day. For those looking to spend some one-on-one time in paradise, The St. Regis Red Sea Resort, located on the Ummahat Islands, has officially opened to guests as of 8 January 2024 and provides the ultimate private luxurious getaway, featuring a collection of 90 spacious beachfront and overwater villas each with a private pool.
Accessed by chartered boat or seaplane, the newly-opened resort also boasts a high-tech fitness centre and signature spa. Couples looking for an extravagant date night can indulge in exceptional fine dining across three restaurants, each offering a unique culinary concept, so they’ll never have to compromise on taste.
For the adventurous duos, the resort offers diving amongst the fourth largest coral reef system in the world, hiking nearby mountain trails, couples kayaking on crystal clear waters and romantic walks discovering the sweeping desert dunes and canyons. Every stay will be enhanced by the renowned St. Regis Butler service and a curated selection of signature rituals designed to transcend the ordinary.
Take a Solo Escape to Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea this Valentine’s
The newly opened Six Senses Southern Dunes resort in The Red Sea is a tranquil oasis in the heart of the Saudi Arabian desert, perfect for a solo escape. The golden yellow hues of the rolling desert landscape combined with the glowing Saudi sunshine that beams down on the destination year-round offer an oasis of bliss.
A sanctuary in the desert, each villa has its own outdoor terrace to allow guests to connect with nature. Solo travellers can take time for themselves and unwind in the 3,974 square-metre Six Senses Spa which is inspired by the sweeping dunes and soothing sandy tones of the desert. Local Arabic influences are incorporated into the wellness journey with notes of frankincense that nod to the region’s incense heritage.
Six Senses Southern Dunes is an escape for those seeking well-being, self-improvement and inner peace. It is also a destination for unbridled adventure and discovery in the unique desert surroundings. Guests can dine under the star-studded Arabian night sky, hike in the mountains and swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea.
